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Our New Chapel Now Open

We are so proud and honored to offer the use of our beautiful new chapel to families in our care. Available for Funeral Services, Memorial Services and Celebrations of Life. Call 3807 4444 with all enquiries

What is the future of cemeteries?

I’ve just finished reading a very interesting article from ABCNews Journalist Dinah Lewis Boucher , that I wanted to share with you.

Study finds grief over pet loss not taken seriously

Pet Memorial Stone — Newhaven Funerals in Brisbane

We sometimes dismiss the importance pets have in our lives and also the grief felt by people especially seniors, when a beloved pet passes on. Grief can impact every aspect of our lives and we at Newhaven Funerals see that grief first hand everyday, which is why when I first read the following article it […]

Do you need a funeral director?

Tim Connolly — Funeral Director

Many people are surprised to learn that there is no law that says the services of a funeral director need to be employed in order to lay the deceased to rest.

What do people really want from a funeral director?

Arranging a funeral for a loved one can be a stressful time. There is a lot to think about, from arranging death certificates to planning the service, choosing a coffin or urn and selecting a memorial. All this needs to be done at short notice while under immense emotional distress, which only makes things more […]

How to plan a funeral during lockdown

With lock down restrictions already in place in South East Queensland and the likelihood of extension on the horizon, this article will help you navigate your options at an already difficult and emotional time. Restrictions in place stipulate that only 10 people including the celebrant and the funeral directors are allowed to attend any funeral […]

Cremation or Burial when arranging a funeral

When the time comes, it can be hard to decide whether you want to go through with a burial or a cremation. Nobody wants to think about it, but figuring it out will mean you and your family have peace of mind when the time comes. A 2014 study found that roughly two-thirds of Australians […]

Cheapest & Most Expensive Australian City to Hold A Funeral

  A recent article on 7news.com.au compared funeral costs from around Australia to find the cheapest and most expensive cities in Australia to hold a funeral service. Comparison website Finder on Wednesday revealed its study into the cost of dying. It analysed how much it cost to hold a burial or cremation ceremony from major funeral providers […]

Helping Children Deal with Grief

Coffin With Flowers On The Lid — Newhaven Funerals in Brisbane

When an important person in our lives dies it can leave us feeling broken and empty, children are no different. When we explain the journey of grief to children, it is often more beneficial to ‘show and tell’ them in a practical and creative way. Children from the ages of three to four are aware […]